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An activity-packed journey into Central Mongolia, an area of diverse landscapes and the nomadic heartland of the country. See the sacred Mountain Khogno Khaan, and the dunes at Elsen Tasarkhai before venturing to the Hustai National Park for the wild Takhi "Przewalski" horses and a plethora of wildlife. This condensed trip is a great introduction to the rich diversity of Mongolia’s culture and landscapes, with authentic homestays in guest gers next to local nomadic families. Spend time with your hosts and also use these fabulous wilderness locations as a base to explore the surrounding area on foot, by horse, and by vehicle. You will experience a range of cultural traditions – cookery, ankle-bone games, milking, and herding, which may all feature at some stage along your way.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
We can pick you from a prearranged location in Ulaanbaatar.
Itinerary
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1
After meeting your guide at 08:30 am in your hotel or another Ulaanbaatar location of your choice, board the vehicle and head west to the northern part of Gobi to Gurvanbulag, where you will be staying at a guest ger alongside a nomadic family. On arrival, enter the family ger and experience nomadic hospitality, sample milk tea, homemade yoghurts, and curds, learning about the nomadic way of life and your hosts’ traditions. In the afternoon, if you are up for it, ride a horse to the nearby dunes – or you can walk if you prefer. In the evening, enjoy a traditional nomadic meal of Buuz (steamed dumplings) or Khuushuur(fried dumplings) – you can also help with cooking if you want.
12 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Elsen Tasarkhai
Today you head to the nature reserve of Khogno Khan, where you can explore the lower temple complex of Uvgun Khiid, see the reconstructed temples, a prayer wheel and look around the ruins. Then we recommend taking the 45-minute hike up to the old ruined temple complex in the hills - the scenery is fantastic, and depending on the time of year, wildflowers may be in abundance. Head back down to the valley floor and onto the dunes at Elsen Tasarkhai, a 30-minute drive away. Tonight you will stay alongside a family of camel herders - settle into your gers and head off on a Bactrian ride across the dunes for an hour, then enjoy a home-cooked dinner.
12 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Hustai National Park
Today, we will travel east to visit the Hustai National Park before returning to the city. As we arrive at the camp have lunch, and then drive into the park to spot the famous Prezawalski horse "Takhi". Then return to Ulaanbaatar, where you will be dropped off at a location of your choice.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
GURVANBULAG - GER STAY - HORSE RIDE
Erdenekhamba Temple - Elsentasarkhai dunes - Camel riding
HUSTAI NATIONAL PARK - ULAANBAATAR
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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